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Re: Dynamic entries, anyone?
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Beryl Rosenthal <[log in to unmask]>
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Beryl Rosenthal <[log in to unmask]>
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Wed, 2 Sep 2009 18:20:42 -0400
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A really good resource is the publication, "The Exhibitionist".  Mostly for profit venues, entertainment-oriented, but they do some really wow entries.  That world genuinely understands the "you only get one chance to make a first impression" concept!
Beryl

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>We are beginning to look at a major revision to our entry & admissions
>area, to address three concerns: poor traffic flow, no 'message' and
>underwhelming wow factor.  Part of this first step will be some travel
>to benchmark dynamite entry concepts.  I'd love to hear of any 'can't
>miss' places we should see.  These do not have to be science center or
>museums, either.  Commercial venues and attractions would be good to
>recommend, as well.  Thank you!
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